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On May 10, 2018, I attended the American Cancer Society 13th Annual Taste of Hope event in New York City. I purchased my VIP ticket at $275 which included a gift bag and early access to the food and festivities. The event had two honorees: Sarabeth Levine was this year’s culinary honoree and Chef Antonio Prontelli was this year’s survivor honoree.

My top 5 favorite savory tastings from the event were the:

The Smith’s Toasted Ricotta Gnocchi with White Truffle Cream

Calle Ocho’s Pastelillos Cubanitos

Jing Fong’s BBQ Roast Pork Pastry Puffs

Casa Nonna’s Siamese Agnolotti

L’Amico Fontina Cappelletti with Wild Mushroom and English Peas

My top 5 sweet tastings from the event were the:

Bonsai Kakigori’s Strawberries and Cream Kakigori

Loi Estiatorio’s Yiaourti Me Meli

Melt Bakery’s Mini Ice Cream Sandwiches

Java Melts

Frose & Campari Popsicles

Below are images from the event.

There were a lot more stuff at the event. The event set up gets better and better every year. There were a lot of wine tastings, beer tastings and emerging food companies promoting their products. More importantly a lot of the food tastings were on the healthier side; there were salad variations, ceviches, and barbecued dishes.

I can’t wait to visit these restaurants during the upcoming restaurant week if they participate. Stay tuned.